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Professional Development for Leadership and Management

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Delivered by the School of Business and Law

Whether you're looking to boost your career or upskill your employees, our HTQ's in Business and Leadership will help you grow your business or achieve your career goals.

Each course provides a broad introduction to business, as well as strengthening core skills in preparation for higher level study and higher paid roles.

If you are looking to improve your personal skills and gain a qualification which could unlock a promotion, our forward thinking and employer backed courses are the perfect place to grow confidence and build business acumen.

Our HTQ's are also ideal for employers who are looking to stay ahead of the competition by investing in the professional development of their staff so that they are up to date with the very latest industry practice and knowledge. 

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Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ)

Degree courses to support your professional development with higher level professional and technical skills.

Short courses and professional qualifications

If you're not ready for a degree, our short courses can act as a bridging course to support your learning and help you prepare for degree level study.

ILM Leadership and Management

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18 weeks | Starts September | Part-Time


Aimed at middle managers, this Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 5 qualification will allow you to focus on your interpersonal and communication skills to enhance your own, your employees and your business’s performances. 

It provides clarity on your key roles and responsibilities and the best opportunities and strategies to adopt in order to meet your corporate goals. You will be able to confidently lead and motivate people to achieve better results, critically self-assess your performance as a manager, and implement strategies for the best results.

The next stage of your career starts here. Gain the skills needed to progress with our HND in Leadership and Management.

Hear from some of our current students and discover how UCEN Manchester prepares you for industry, whilst being a welcoming and supportive environment.

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